1967 Innocenti Mini vs. 1987 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 309 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 309 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (36 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Peugeot 309 (161 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti Mini. (56 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti Mini | 1987 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 309 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 56 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
